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When is a Cobbler a Grunt? Making Sense of American Fruit Desserts

Cobblers, Crisps, Buckles and Grunts; we've grown up hearing the names but do you know the difference?  What is a Pandowdy anyway and what the
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How To Make A Chocolate Souffle

Way back in 2003 Chef Jim Berman gave a "cyber" class on Souffle 101. Chef Jim felt it was time for an update and wanted to add some photos on how to master the souffle. If you have ever wanted to try making souffle at home then this is a great step by step article on how to make souffle....
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Souffle 101

I had to bring out the old tomes to find the story of Escoffier's Souffle Misadventure to share with this interloper. You see, as I recall, Auguste Escoffier was preparing a meal of some great magnitude. To ensure the ultimate in souffle experiences, he prepared some ten batches of batter 2 or three minutes apart to make sure one of those prepared would be ready in time....
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Custard's Last Stand - Cooking custards

A custard is a mixture of eggs and milk and/or cream that can be hot or cold, sweet or savory. Most custards are desserts such as creme brulee, flan, and cheesecake. Quiche however, is a savory custard. ...
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How To Prepare A Panna Cotta With Honey And Strawberries

Chef Bob discusses how to prepare a panna cotta dessert with a strawberry honey sauce. This article has photos....
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